The summer 2026 Duke University Neuroscience Experience (DUNE)! DUNE is a full-time, 8-week, paid summer research internship program (June 15 – August 7) for Durham high school students. DUNE’s mission is to provide students with scientific skills, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to position them for success in STEM fields. Summer 2026 will be the sixth year of DUNE!
High school students can apply online from December 15, 2025 – February 8, 2026. Two (2) letters of recommendation from non-relatives are also required. To apply, students must:
- Be a current sophomore or junior (grades 10-11 for the 2025-2026 school year); and
- Attend a public or charter high school in Durham, NC.
